UK to Ban Russian Diesel and Jet Fuel by 2027 as Brent Crude Holds Near $87
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Updated · BBC.com · Jun 12
UK to Ban Russian Diesel and Jet Fuel by 2027 as Brent Crude Holds Near $87
3 articles · Updated · BBC.com · Jun 12
Summary
1 January 2027 is now the deadline for the UK to stop imports of diesel and jet fuel refined from Russian crude in third countries, with the temporary licence reviewed every two weeks and potentially revoked earlier.
The government said the ban strengthens sanctions on Moscow while preserving domestic fuel stability, after allowing temporary flexibility in May because of global oil supply strains.
Brent crude has risen to about $87 a barrel from roughly $70 before the US-Israel conflict with Iran disrupted trade through the Strait of Hormuz, complicating an immediate cutoff.
Critics including Bill Browder say the delay still channels billions of pounds to Russia's war machine, echoing earlier EU warnings that easing sanctions was the wrong signal.
How will Britain shield its economy from price shocks after banning a key fuel source amid global instability?
With Russia’s war chest growing, is the UK's 2027 fuel ban more symbolic than strategic?
The UK’s 2026 Sanctions Escalation: Phased Ban on Russian Oil Products and Its Economic Fallout
Overview
The UK has announced a new package of sanctions that expands its existing framework by introducing a phased ban on Russian-derived fuels. This move aims to further strengthen restrictions and limit the flow of Russian fuels into the UK market. By systematically closing loopholes—especially the 'refining loophole' that allowed Russian crude to be processed in third countries—the UK intensifies economic pressure on Russia. The new legislation, enacted on May 20, 2026, demonstrates the government's commitment to tightening sanctions and reducing Russia's ability to benefit from fuel exports, marking a significant escalation in the UK's response.